Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Plymouth
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Car Allowance or Company Car + Benefits

Sphere Solutions are working with a leading residential construction contractor to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join an established business, supporting a Senior Quantity Surveyor across two residential construction projects in Plymouth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide commercial and quantity surveying support to the Senior Quantity Surveyor across two projects.
• Assist with the preparation and management of project budgets and cost reports.
• Support subcontractor procurement, including placing orders and managing subcontractor accounts.
• Assist with the assessment and processing of subcontractor applications for payment.
• Monitor project costs, valuations and financial performance.
• Assist with the preparation and agreement of variations and valuations.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and cost information.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, site teams and other project stakeholders.
• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor with general commercial and contractual administration.
• Help ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets and commercial targets.

The role will involve a combination of office and site-based working, with attendance at the Exeter office expected weekly and the remaining working days spent on site. There is no home working.

About You

• Previous experience working in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role within the construction industry.
• A good understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Experience assisting with subcontractor procurement, payments, valuations and cost management.
• Experience using COINS or similar commercial systems would be advantageous, although familiarity with specific software is not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000, depending on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• 26 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Share Save scheme.

To Apply

If you are interested in this role, please call Abbie or Riley at Sphere Solutions for a confidential chat on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Waste & Environmental Compliance Manager

Location: Exeter
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Waste & Environmental Compliance Manager to oversee and manage waste operations across multiple construction sites, ensuring the compliant and efficient movement of excavated materials (muck shifts) between sites and to authorised landfill facilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of waste management legislation, environmental compliance, and associated processes, who can take ownership of existing systems and procedures before identifying opportunities to improve and develop them further.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate muck-away operations and waste movements between construction sites and authorised disposal facilities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, waste regulations, and associated documentation.
• Manage procedures relating to CL, U1 exemptions, and Materials Management Plans (MMPs).
• Oversee waste classification, tracking, reporting, and record keeping.
• Liaise with site teams, waste contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor compliance, review existing procedures, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance to operational teams on waste management and environmental compliance.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a waste management or environmental compliance role, ideally within construction, groundworks, or civil engineering.
• Sound knowledge of waste management legislation, environmental regulations, and industry best practice.
• Practical understanding of CL, U1 exemptions, MMPs, and the management of excavated materials.
• Experience coordinating waste movements, muck shifts, and disposal arrangements.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with site and operational teams.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to review existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

What’s on Offer

This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important function within a growing construction business, helping to ensure waste operations are managed efficiently

Building Services Manager / Senior Building Services Manager

Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Sector: Construction / Building Services / MEP
Project: Major Education Development
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Services Manager or Senior Building Services Manager to join a leading UK construction and property development contractor, working on a major education construction project in Cardiff.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a large-scale, technically challenging development, taking responsibility for the coordination, management and successful installation of all Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) services.

We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates from an electrical engineering or electrical installation background who have progressed into a Building Services Management position and have experience managing complex MEP packages on major construction projects.

You will work closely with the project management team, specialist MEP subcontractors, consultants and other stakeholders to ensure building services installations are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality, programme and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

As Building Services Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and coordinating all Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) services throughout the construction and delivery phases.
• Taking a lead role in managing electrical services installations, alongside mechanical and public health packages.
• Managing specialist MEP subcontractors, monitoring performance, progress and delivery against agreed programmes.
• Chairing regular subcontractor progress meetings and coordinating forthcoming site activities.
• Monitoring contractors’ design development, procurement, labour resources and programme requirements.
• Reviewing technical submissions, drawings, specifications, RFIs and contractor design information.
• Reviewing and approving method statements, risk assessments and health and safety documentation.
• Managing MEP installation quality, ensuring compliance with specifications, drawings and relevant regulations.
• Developing and implementing inspection and test plans (ITPs) to maintain quality standards.
• Coordinating testing, commissioning and handover activities to ensure successful project completion.
• Managing statutory utility providers, including electricity, gas, water and telecommunications.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues, coordinating interfaces between building services disciplines and other construction trades.
• Ensuring all MEP works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

• Proven experience working as a Building Services Manager, Senior Building Services Manager, MEP Manager or Electrical Services Manager within the construction industry.
• A strong electrical engineering or electrical installation background. This is particularly important for this appointment.
• Experience managing and coordinating complex MEP packages on large-scale construction projects.
• A good understanding of electrical building services, including installation, testing and commissioning.
• Experience managing specialist subcontractors and large multidisciplinary teams.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and design information.
• A strong understanding of construction programmes, procurement, quality assurance and health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Relevant electrical, building services or engineering qualifications.

Experience working on large education, healthcare, commercial or other complex public-sector construction projects would be advantageous.

The Company

You will be joining an established, internationally recognised construction and property development business with an excellent reputation for delivering technically challenging and high-profile projects across the UK.

The business places a strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, quality and developing its people, offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced construction professionals on major projects.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service.
• 2 paid volunteering days per year.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Generous employee share scheme.
• Access to additional lifestyle and employee benefits.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Building Services Manager or Senior Building Services Manager with a strong electrical background and are looking for your next opportunity in Cardiff, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Bristol 
Salary: £50,000 DOE + Company Vehicle 
Employment Type: Permanent 

Overview

An established and growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support its expanding Bristol operation.

With an excellent pipeline of work and several forthcoming developments, this is a great opportunity to join a growing regional team and play a key role in promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.

Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager and wider SHEQ team, you will provide practical advice and guidance across sites throughout Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire, and South Wales. The role will involve a combination of office and site-based working, with regular travel required.

The Role

• Promote and maintain a positive health and safety culture.
• Advise on safe systems of work and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Prepare and review Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Support the development and implementation of internal health and safety policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Undertake site inspections, audits, and provide practical guidance to site teams.
• Work collaboratively with clients, subcontractors, and operational teams to ensure best practice.
• Support the business in maintaining ISO and SMAS accreditations.

About You

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety role within the construction or contracting sector (groundworks or civil engineering experience is advantageous).
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Good working knowledge of CDM regulations, risk assessments, Construction Phase Plans, fire safety, waste management, and manual handling.
• Knowledge and experience of ISO standards and accreditations.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and IOSH qualifications would be beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: Circa £50,000, dependent on experience
• Company Vehicle: Fully expensed company vehicle and fuel card
• Annual Leave: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension: 3.5% pension contribution
• Opportunity: Permanent role within an expanding regional business

To Apply

If you’re an experienced construction Health & Safety professional looking for your next opportunity, we’d be keen to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie at Sphere Solutions on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, Sphere Solutions is committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you to ensure you have the support you need.

Senior Site Manager

Location: North Cornwall
Salary: Competitive + 10% Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

Sphere Solutions are working in partnership with one of the South West’s leading regional housebuilders to recruit an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a residential development of over 100 units in North Cornwall.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of residential developments, ensuring construction programmes are achieved and homes are completed to specification.
• Take responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance across site operations.
• Manage, motivate, and develop site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
• Provide strong leadership and support to other Site Managers, offering guidance, mentoring, and development where required.
• Work collaboratively with Commercial, Sales, and Customer Care teams to ensure a positive customer journey.
• Maintain effective working relationships with building inspectors, key stakeholders, and warranty providers, including NHBC and Premier.
• Monitor construction progress, budgets, build releases, and programme performance.
• Identify and address operational challenges, driving continuous improvement across site delivery.
• Ensure all works comply with current building regulations, company standards, and relevant industry requirements.

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager within a residential housebuilding environment.
• Experience delivering large-scale, sales-led residential developments.
• A thorough understanding of timber frame housebuilding methods, construction processes, and building regulations.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and NHBC standards.
• Experience managing site teams, subcontractors, and multiple stakeholders.
• The ability to manage construction programmes, budgets, and build schedules effectively.
• SMSTS, First Aid at Work & CSCS Manager Card required.
• Relevant construction qualifications.

Salary & Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• 10% car allowance
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension with death-in-service benefit
• Professional membership fees paid
• Cycle to Work scheme
• And more…

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We

Tenant Liaison Officer

Location: Exeter
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

Sphere Solutions are working with a well-established regional construction contractor to recruit an experienced Tenant Liaison Officer to support a planned residential refurbishment project in Exeter.

The successful candidate will ideally be available to start in January, allowing time to become familiar with the company’s systems, processes, and procedures ahead of the project commencing on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for tenants throughout the refurbishment programme.
• Liaise closely with the Site Manager, contractors, and local housing association.
• Arrange and coordinate access to properties to facilitate the delivery of planned works.
• Keep residents informed of upcoming works, project progress, and any potential disruption.
• Prepare and distribute resident communications, including newsletters, information leaflets, and project updates.
• Respond to tenant enquiries, concerns, and complaints, ensuring issues are dealt with professionally and promptly.
• Coordinate property surveys, inspections, and contractor visits.
• Assist with property handovers and ensure relevant procedures are followed.
• Hold and manage site keys where required, ensuring appropriate access arrangements are maintained.
• Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day coordination of tenant-related matters.

About You

• Previous experience working as a TLO/RLO within the construction, refurbishment, or social housing sector.
• Experience working on occupied residential developments or planned maintenance programmes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents and stakeholders.
• The confidence to handle tenant queries, complaints, and potentially challenging situations professionally.
• A satisfactory DBS check will be required for this position.

The Opportunity

• Salary: £30,000 per annum
• Location: Site-based position in Exeter
• Company: Opportunity to join an established regional construction contractor
• Project Scope: Involvement in a 25-week planned refurbishment programme
• Start Date: January start, with an opportunity to familiarise yourself with company systems and procedures ahead of

Senior Site Manager – MoJ / Prison Construction

Location: Usk, South Wales
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent
Project Value: Circa £18 Million

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor on a major £18m construction and refurbishment project at an existing prison facility near Usk, South Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team on a significant Ministry of Justice (MoJ) scheme, working as No.2 to the Lead Project Manager and playing a key role in the successful delivery of the project.

The works involve the refurbishment and upgrading of existing prison facilities, alongside the construction of additional accommodation. Given the nature of the environment, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate previous experience delivering MoJ or secure government construction projects, together with the appropriate security clearance.

This is a permanent position offering excellent long-term career prospects, with the opportunity to develop within a well-established main contracting business and contribute to a significant portfolio of work.

Key Responsibilities

As Senior Site Manager, you will work closely with the Lead Project Manager and take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Lead Project Manager in the successful delivery of the £18m project.
• Taking a lead role in the management and coordination of site-based construction activities.
• Managing site teams, subcontractors and specialist contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
• Overseeing the refurbishment and upgrading of existing facilities, alongside the construction of new accommodation.
• Ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Monitoring programme progress, identifying potential delays and implementing appropriate corrective measures.
• Coordinating site logistics and sequencing works within a complex, secure operational environment.
• Working collaboratively with the client, consultants and wider project team.
• Driving quality, productivity and overall site performance.

About You

To be considered for this Senior Site Manager position, you will ideally have:

• A strong background working for a recognised main contractor, delivering complex construction projects.
• Previous experience working on Ministry of Justice (MoJ), prison, custodial or other secure government construction projects.
• The necessary security clearance to work within a prison environment, or the ability to satisfy the relevant security requirements.
• A proven track record of managing significant construction projects, ideally involving refurbishment, upgrades and new-build elements.
• Experience managing subcontractors, site teams and multiple work packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction health and safety, quality assurance and programme management.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• The ability to operate effectively as the senior site-based support to a Lead Project Manager.

Relevant construction qualifications such as SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid are expected.

What’s on Offer?

• Permanent employment with a leading Tier 1 main contractor.
• Involvement in a significant £18m MoJ construction project.
• A key senior position within an established project delivery team.
• Excellent long-term career prospects and opportunities for progression.
• The opportunity to work on a complex and technically interesting secure-sector project.
• A competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.

If you are an experienced Senior Site Manager with a strong main contractor background and previous MoJ or prison construction experience, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Senior Buyer

Job Title: Senior Buyer
Location: Exeter
Salary: Up to £60,000
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Sphere Solutions is partnering with one of the South West’s leading groundworks contractors to recruit an experienced Senior Buyer to join their expanding procurement team based out of their Exeter office. As a core member of the commercial team, you will play a pivotal role in securing materials, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-effective procurement across a wide portfolio of major construction projects across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase construction products and materials at the best possible prices in accordance with active contract specifications.
• Compare supplier quotations, measure quantities when required, and analyse costs against initial tender allowances.
• Build strong supplier relationships, negotiate rates, coordinate delivery dates with site teams, and handle order updates to prevent invoice discrepancies.
• Research new product information and identify cost-effective alternative materials.
• Provide regular procurement and cost analysis updates directly to the business directors.

Requirements

• Proven track record in a buying/procurement role, ideally within the construction or groundworks sector (~4 years’ preferred).
• Strong price negotiation skills and a solid understanding of market analytics to stay competitive.
• High level of organisation with exceptional attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to reliably commute to the Exeter office.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: Up to £60,000 (negotiable based on experience), accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package.
• Career Growth: Join a rapidly expanding company of over 500 staff that actively invests in internal training and professional progression.
• Work-Life Balance: Standard Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend

Plant & Parts Administrator

Job Title: Plant & Parts Administrator
Location: Redruth
Salary: £26,500 per annum
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Sphere Solutions is proud to partner with a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor to recruit a Plant & Parts Administrator. Working within a modern, fully equipped office environment alongside an experienced plant team, you will oversee inventory control, track plant parts and tools, and implement efficient management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, track, and maintain inventory within the custom-fitted, newly established Plant Stores.
• Help introduce and maintain parts management and stock control systems.
• Act as the primary liaison between the central stores and site teams across dozens of active projects.
• Support the broader Plant Department with day-to-day administrative duties to ensure smooth equipment performance and fleet maintenance.
• Accurately log stock, replacement parts, fleet components, and tools.

What We Are Looking For

• Background in a plant department, stores environment, or parts management is highly advantageous.
• Proven general administration experience with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must live within a commutable distance of Redruth.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: £26,500 per year.
• Career Growth: Dedicated to internal training, professional development, and long-term career progression.
• Modern Workspace: Access to brand-new, purpose-built facilities with free on-site parking.

Interested?

Apply today with your CV or give Riley or Abbie a call on 01752 421888 for an informal chat.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair

Construction Project Manager

Location: Pencoed, South Wales
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

An Exciting Opportunity for an Ambitious Construction Project Manager

Are you an ambitious, proactive Construction Project Manager looking for more than just your next project?

We are working with a rapidly expanding main contractor based in Pencoed, South Wales, who is looking to appoint a dynamic and commercially aware Project Manager to play a key role in the continued growth and success of the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who wants to take ownership of projects, make a real difference and become an integral part of an ambitious and growing construction business.

Rather than simply managing projects from start to finish, this role offers the opportunity to influence how the business operates, contribute to its development and help deliver its future growth plans.

The longer-term opportunity is particularly exciting, with a genuine pathway towards an Operations Manager position for the right individual.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of construction projects across South Wales, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and within budget.

You will work closely with the senior management team, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, taking a hands-on approach to project delivery while helping to drive standards and improve operational performance.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing construction projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
• Taking full responsibility for programme, budget, quality and health and safety.
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and external consultants.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and proactively resolving issues.
• Managing project costs, procurement, variations and commercial performance.
• Ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards and client expectations.
• Providing leadership, direction and support to site management teams.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies and project delivery.
• Supporting the continued development and growth of the business.

About You

We are looking for someone who is proactive, driven and commercially minded. Someone who doesn’t simply react to problems but takes ownership, finds solutions and drives projects forward.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Construction Project Manager working for a main contractor.
• A strong understanding of construction project delivery and site operations.
• Experience managing multiple project stakeholders, subcontractors and site teams.
• Good commercial awareness, including budget management and cost control.
• The ability to programme, plan and coordinate projects effectively.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• The confidence and ambition to contribute beyond the boundaries of a traditional Project Manager role.

Most importantly, you will be someone who wants to be part of a growing business, take ownership and help shape its future.

What’s In It For You?

This is an opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of its development.

You will have the chance to work closely with the senior leadership team, influence project delivery and play a meaningful role in the company’s continued expansion.

The position offers:

• A competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• The opportunity to join a rapidly expanding main contractor.
• Greater autonomy and responsibility than a traditional Project Management role.
• The opportunity to influence business processes and operational performance.
• Long-term career development and progression.
• A genuine opportunity to progress into an Operations Manager position.
• The chance to help build and develop a growing construction business.

Interested?

If you are an ambitious Construction Project Manager based in South Wales, or within a commutable distance of Pencoed, and feel ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership, deliver successful projects and play a significant role in the growth of an ambitious construction business.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.